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Ropa vieja is a Cuban dish loaded with shredded beef and vegetables that traditionally takes hours to cook, but in an Instant Pot, is ready in just over an hour! 

Authentic barbacoa beef tacos are piled with shredded beef cooked low and slow in chili-pepper spiced sauce, and topped with cilantro, salsa and lime wedges.

Chicken and summer veggie tostadas are loaded with lots of fresh farmers market vegetables and herbs. It's a healthy meal that's easy enough for any weeknight!

This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through an affiliate link, I get a small portion of the sale. This sticky, sweet mango chili sauce is easy to make and so addictive! Use it to dip shrimp, chicken or fresh spring rolls. 

This shop/post has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and The Coca-Cola Company, all opinions are mine alone. #SummerRefreshment #Peapod #CollectiveBias Nothing says summer more than pork ribs marinated in Hawaiian flavors like pineapple juice, soy sauce and ginger. This recipe will easily feeds the crowd at your next summer get-together.

This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase something after clicking through an affiliate link, I get a small percentage of the purchase.  Rosemary potato chips: you can't get this flavor in a bag of store-bought chips! Dunk these crispy chips in a dip of fresh herb aioli for even more flavor.

Whether it's a big game-watching party, Cinco de Mayo, or just a few friends getting together, spicy chorizo queso dip will be the hit of the party.

Braised short ribs become fall-off-the-bone tender in a mixture of red wine, beef stock, and garlic. Serve over mashed potatoes for a true comfort meal. 

This blog post has been compensated by Borden® Cheese. All opinions are mine alone. #BordenCheeseLove #CollectiveBias #Ad Twice-baked sweet potatoes are stuffed with a mixture of mashed sweet potatoes, black beans, onion, garlic and spices, and topped with melty Borden® Cheese for a healthier vegetarian dinner.

Stuffed mushrooms with lush, creamy ricotta cheese, paired with a light, fresh prosecco makes for an easy, satisfying appetizer. This recipe is from the new cookbook Paired by Fran Flynn and David Stevens-Castro.

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SweeterTogether #CollectiveBias Bring your family together this summer over this Italian panzanella salad with Italian tomato vinaigrette.

Bruschetta pizza is loaded with fresh summer tomatoes, basil and garlic over lots of melted mozzarella cheese. What better flavor for summer pizza?

Lamb burgers are flavored with herbs and spices of Greece, then topped with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes tossed with lemon, and a sprinkle of feta. 

Spice up your Game Day tailgate snacks with these Carnitas Chili Bowls, flavored with Old El Paso™ seasoning and salsa, served in soft tortilla bowls. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Acme Markets/Albertsons. The opinions and text are all mine. Though I'm not much of a football fan, I love going …

This Thanksgiving stuffing is packed full of flavor, from the bread, to the veggies, to the cinnamon-coated apples. Make it ahead of time, then crisp the top in the oven while your turkey rests. 

Soup in the summer? Sweet corn shines in this easy, light-but-satisfying summer corn chowder recipe, topped with succulent crabmeat. Summer is one of my favorite times of year for several reasons. One of the biggest reasons is the abundant selection of fruits and vegetables, and the infinite number of ways in which to use them …

Smoky-sweet barbecue sauce made from local New Jersey peaches, sits atop balsamic burgers. This meal tastes like summer on a plate! I've read differing opinions on whether it's better to vacation alone, or with a large group. There's no one right way to do it, as it depends on your personality, and the dynamics of …

Crab rangoon is a deep-fried crabmeat appetizer popularized by the Polynesian-themed restaurant Trader Vic's in the 1950s. Say goodbye to the show Mad Men with this dish mentioned on the show. It's the end of an era. On Sunday, the final episode of Mad Men will air, and it will be over. If you're unfamiliar …

Chicken thighs, milk, cinnamon, lemon and garlic don't seem to be ingredients that pair well together. But give it a try — you will be amazed at the flavor! I stumbled across this recipe on The Kitchn while searching for a main dish to serve with my Hasselback Potatoes a la Mancha. I was intrigued because …

This Friday marks the first day of spring! Get your hands on some seasonal fresh rhubarb, and make this delicious chutney with goat cheese on crostini, or spoon it over pork tenderloin. It's nearly spring! I've already babbled about my excitement in other posts. My excitement over the ability to go outside without a jacket. …